Roof Repair in Madison, WI

Typical repairs

Replacing shingles that have blown off or cracked, resealing flashing at walls and chimneys, swapping split vent boots, re-nailing loose ridge caps and replacing small patches of soft decking around a leak.

Winter makes small gaps bigger

In a Madison winter, meltwater runs into any gap and freezes overnight. Each freeze pries the gap a little wider. A shingle lifted in a November wind can let in a surprising amount of water by the March thaw.

Cold-weather repairs

Shingles get stiff in the cold and don't seal down until the weather warms. Roofers can still make emergency repairs in winter, often hand-sealing tabs, then check the work in spring.

Matching what's there

Shingle colours fade and product lines change. A roofer can find the closest match and tell you how visible a repair will be on an older roof.

When repair isn't enough

If shingles are curling, cracking or losing granules everywhere, repairs only buy a little time. See roof replacement to compare.

What you can check

From the ground, look for gaps, lifted edges and debris. Inside, check top-floor ceilings and closets on outside walls. Stay off the roof.

Note the conditions

Write down when the problem shows up: during rain, wind from one direction, or melting snow. It helps the roofer narrow down the cause quickly.

Get it fixed

Tell the roofer the roof's approximate age and what you've noticed. Send a request and a roofer will get in touch.

Safety first

Please don't climb onto your roof to inspect or patch it. Falls from roofs and ladders cause serious injuries every year, and a wet or frosty roof is especially dangerous.